Nestled amidst the turquoise waters of the Pacific, Amami Oshima offers a tranquil escape from the ordinary. The island is a favourite paradise getaway for those seeking a relaxing tropical vacation in Japan. Whether you’re seeking pristine beaches, lush jungles, or a taste of authentic island culture and cuisine, Amami Oshima promises it all. With many ways to get to the island, we have written a guide on how to travel to our idyllic island. Read on for our recommended travel methods by air, land and sea.

Getting to Amami Oshima by Air

The JAL Group, Skymark and Peach Aviation are the three airlines that operate inbound and outbound flights to Amami Oshima.

The JAL Group and its subsidiary airlines provide regular air services to Amami Oshima. They offer one to two flights daily from various cities across Japan, including Tokyo (approximately 2.5 hours), Osaka (around 2 hours), Fukuoka (about 1.5 hours), Kagoshima (approximately 1 hour), and Naha (around 1 hour).

Peach Aviation facilitates a once-daily connection to Amami Oshima from Tokyo’s Narita Airport and Osaka’s Kansai Airport.

Meanwhile, Skymark operates flights connecting Amami Oshima to Kagoshima and also offers connections to Tokyo, Kobe, and Nagoya from Kagoshima. The flight duration for these services is approximately 45 minutes.

Our hotel, Miru Amami, provides complimentary pick-up from the airport for guests staying with us. The driving time between Miru Amami and Amami airport is about 20 minutes by car. For those looking for added flexibility, car rental services are also available for transportation between the airport and Miru Amami.

Getting to Amami Oshima by Sea

Amami Oshima’s Naze Port serves as a point on the ferry itinerary linking Kagoshima and Naha on Okinawa Island. Two distinct ferry operators manage the service, A” LINE and MARIX LINE, with sailings occurring approximately every other day. The journey spans around eleven hours when departing from Kagoshima and about 13 hours when embarking from Naha.

Getting Around Amami Oshima on Land

Amami Oshima is a sizable island that takes around two hours to drive from top to bottom. The island’s largest town is Amami City, located on the northern coast near the island’s centre. This is where ferries from Kagoshima and Okinawa arrive.

The Shimabus (the “island bus”) is at your service for public transport and has about ten bus routes convened in central Amami City that branch out to various island corners. Buses maintain a 30-minute frequency between the airport and central Amami City and approximately every 90 minutes between Amami City and Setouchi, a town near the island’s southern tip. However, their presence is notably less frequent in other locales. The ‘Akaogi Post Office’ bus stop is the nearest stop to Miru Amami; however, please note that it takes over 40 minutes to walk from there to the hotel.

Tucked away in the northeastern corner of the island, you’ll find Amami Airport, a mere 45-minute drive or 60-minute bus journey from the heart of Amami City. Opting for a rental car offers the most convenient means of exploring the island, especially considering the limited availability of public transportation. Therefore, we highly recommend renting a car to easily navigate around Amami. You can easily secure rental cars from outlets at Amami Airport and within central Amami City. We’ve put together a list of our recommended rental car providers for you to book in advance.

• Nippon Rent A Car
• TOYOTA
• Times

With this information in mind, we hope that your journey to Amami Island is hassle-free and convenient. We wish you safe travels and we look forward to welcoming you to Miru Amami soon. For more information on visiting Amami Oshima, feel free to contact us.